Two heavyweight Maryland GOP hopefuls skipped the first primary debate, leaving lower-profile candidates to spar over costs, safety and education.

Erik Lee Madison pleaded guilty in federal court after prosecutors say he used online networks to extort and sexually exploit minors; sentencing is set for June 16.

A Baltimore County officer was struck by a vehicle during a traffic stop on Merritt Boulevard in Dundalk. Police say the crash does not appear intentional and are investigating.

The Ravens confirmed they will not advance the proposed "Ravens Loop" after being named a potential winner of The Boring Company's Tunnel Vision Challenge.

LaForrest Morgan was sentenced to 70 years after a June 28, 2024 Penn-North carryout shooting; the first 25 years must be served without parole.

A Baltimore man was arrested and charged with first‑degree murder after a late‑February shooting on 5th Street that killed 21‑year‑old Kyree Plummer.

Broadmead will convert a 60+‑acre Sparks office campus into Broadmead at Ridgebrook, repurposing three buildings into about 80 independent living homes. The plan mixes adaptive reuse with new amenities.

A 90‑lb Rottweiler named Trooper survived being struck near the I‑695/I‑795 overpass on March 12 and was rescued by Baltimore County Animal Services. He’s stable but needs a foster while he recovers.

A house fire in the 1800 block of Kittyhawk Road in Essex drew a large Baltimore County Fire response; occupants initially thought trapped were later confirmed safe.

Baltimore County detectives have renewed a public appeal in the unsolved 2001 stabbing of Towson dry‑cleaning manager Mary Roe and are asking the public for tips.

The MVA mailed 58,000 warnings to drivers with Virginia plates, citing lost revenue and safety concerns as lawmakers advance SB111 to tighten rules.

An Evening of Hope honored Jones Junction and helped the American Cancer Society complete a $10M campaign to build a larger Hope Lodge in Baltimore.

Shots rang out near the Maryland Science Center Sunday evening; police say no one was hurt and detectives believe a dispute led to the gunfire. Investigators remain on scene.